Business Details
Trusted Dog Training & Boarding Services in Sherrills Ford, NC
Beaverdam Kennels has been dedicated to canine training and care for over 25 years. Founded by Charles Jurney, a seasoned expert in performance and hunting dog training, we have produced hundreds of titled dogs, including Grand Hunting Retriever Champions and Master Hunters. Our training programs are tailored to individual client needs, emphasizing a positive, controlled approach to develop both dogs and their handlers. We offer specialized field training, obedience instruction for all breeds, and access to premium training equipment, providing honest guidance on tools used in our sessions. Our state-of-the-art boarding facility ensures comfortable accommodations for dogs, complementing our training services.With extensive experience in United Kennel Club and North American Hunting Retriever Association programs, we have developed seven NAHRA 1000-point dogs and more Grand Master Hunting Retrievers than any other North American facility. Our focus extends beyond canine excellence to empower clients with the skills to confidently handle their dogs in field or competition settings. We welcome visitors to participate in training days and have served as a hub for amateur trainers through our manual 'Finished Dog' and instructional videos like 'Game Dog' and 'Water Dog'.
Services
Dog Training
Boarding Services
Obedience Training
Training Equipment
Stud Services
Puppy Development
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience producing titled hunting and performance dogs.
- Our training programs are fully customized to individual client and dog needs.
- We emphasize controlled positive attitudes during training for both dogs and owners.
- We provide honest evaluations of training equipment based on extensive use.
- We focus on developing handlers' skills to complement canine performance.
Services
Dog Training
Customized training programs develop performance and hunting dogs to championship levels. Our methods focus on controlled positive reinforcement, ensuring both dogs and owners progress at their own pace. Specializing in retrievers, we prepare dogs for field tests and competitions while building handler confidence.
Boarding Services
Our state-of-the-art boarding facility provides comfortable accommodations for dogs. Designed to complement training programs, the facility maintains high standards of care and safety. Boarding clients receive personalized attention and access to training grounds for continued development during their stay.
Obedience Training
We offer obedience instruction for all breeds through our Good Citizenship program. Training emphasizes practical skills for daily life and field situations. Programs adapt to different experience levels, from basic commands to advanced performance requirements for competition readiness.
Training Equipment
Expert guidance on selecting effective training equipment based on extensive field experience. We evaluate products for practical use in hunting and performance scenarios. Equipment sales combine professional insights with competitive pricing for training essentials.
Stud Services
We maintain top-producing studs with proven field titles and hunting capabilities. Our breeding program focuses on temperament, performance traits, and health. Stud dogs live in home environments and participate in seasonal hunting activities to maintain working excellence.
People
Charles Jurney
Owner/Trainer
With over 25 years of experience, Charles Jurney specializes in training performance and hunting dogs. He has produced hundreds of titled champions and authored training manuals used by amateur trainers nationwide.
Questions
What training programs do you offer?
We provide customized dog training programs for performance and hunting dogs, including obedience instruction and field training tailored to individual client goals.
Do you offer boarding services?
Yes, we have a state-of-the-art boarding facility designed to accommodate dogs participating in training programs or needing temporary care.
What breeds do you train?
While specializing in retrievers, we offer obedience training for all breeds through our Good Citizenship program and performance training for hunting dogs.
Can I visit during training sessions?
We welcome visitors to participate in training days and observe our methods, with 15-20 people typically training with us daily.
Do you sell training equipment?
Yes, we provide expert guidance on training tools and offer competitive pricing on equipment based on our extensive field experience.
What makes your training approach unique?
Our customized programs focus on developing both dogs and handlers through positive reinforcement, with over 25 years of experience producing championship-level performance dogs.
